California has initiated a significant environmental project aimed at restoring wetlands near the shrinking Salton Sea. Water is now flowing into a complex of shallow ponds, marking a critical step in a long-planned effort to address the growing ecological and health issues caused by the lake’s retreat. The $200 million project, which aims to create over 9,000 acres of habitat, is expected to mitigate dust pollution and support wildlife, thus benefiting the surrounding communities and ecosystems.
"This project, this water will suppress harmful dust as the Salton Sea recedes. It will also provide thousands of acres of habitat for wildlife, for birds that use this as a rest stop on the Pacific Flyway."
"It's proof positive that difficult things, difficult projects are possible. I'm proud of our progress stabilizing the sea for communities and for nature down here, with so much more work ahead."
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